2. Information on this manual
The descriptions provided in this manual apply to all versions
of this machine. Although the images shown in the manual
may differ from the actual version of the machine, this has
no bearing on informative content.
The operating manual provides no instructions on repairing
the machine.
The operating manual is broken down by activities on the
machine and its assemblies, and provides information for
the version supplied as well any additional or alternative
equipment. Any information required is quickly found by
referring to the index.
This operating manual must not be duplicated or passed
on to third parties either in whole or in part without our
consent.
The machine has been designed and manufactured in
accordance with the state of the art and is in a perfectly safe
condition; it is safe to operate if used in the intended manner
and in observance of agreed technical specifications, other
operating conditions and component properties.
Danger!
The machine may present a hazard to operating
personnel or third parties, to the machine or other
property as well as to the environment if it is
installed, set up, serviced or repaired in an improper
or non-intended manner or operated in an unsafe
state by inadequately qualified personnel.
The site of machine installation as well as the components
worked on and the emissions (noise etc.) occurring during
operation may present additional hazards to persons,
property or the environment. The operator is responsible
for implementing suitable measures to guard against such
unavoidable hazards that do not fall within the machine
manufacturer's responsibility.
Warning!
This version of the machine must not be installed or
operated in potentially explosive atmospheres.
3. Informal safety measures
Keep this operating manual in direct machine proximity
where it can be immediately consulted by operating and
servicing personnel.
Always make sure the rating plate, safety and hazard
statements and other written information on the machine
are easy to read, immediately renewing labels / stickers if
they become damaged.
4. Owner's duty
Please note that you bear sole responsibility for making sure
that your staff as well as third parties employed by you are
able to work in safety on / with the machine and for the risks
they are exposed to.
• Make sure that all persons working on or with the machine
agree to observe the provisions on occupational health and
safety as well as the information provided in this operating
manual.
• Take immediate action to avert hazards or meet the
provisions on occupational health and safety directly after
such hazards become known or a regulation has not been
observed.
• Instruct a competent person to check the machine for
absolute operating safety and proper working order before
starting it for the first time, after it has been out of service
for a prolonged period or after repair work.
• To satisfy safety requirements, take immediate action
to eliminate defects / malfunctions and damage to the
machine in the proper manner and in full.
• Inform operating personnel and any third parties working
on your behalf about hazards from the machine, dangers at
the point of installation or ambient conditions presenting
a risk to health.
• Encourage all persons employed on your behalf to work in
a perfectly safe and healthy manner.
• Keep a watch on the use of prescribed personal safety
equipment.
• For all measures, only deploy qualified or adequately
instructed persons.
• Define clear responsibilities for operating the machine and
maintenance work and appoint a supervisor.
• Be sure to rule out hazards resulting from unclear
responsibilities in operating and maintaining the machine.
5. Information for the user
Ensure the correct disposal of all waste and spent substances
coming into existence while the machine is being installed,
operated and serviced.
Before putting the machine into operation, the machine
operator must check to make sure that no persons or objects
are present in the machine's danger zone. The user must only
operate the machine if it is in proper working order.
Any change must be reported to the next line manager.
6. Skilled personnel and instructed, qualified persons
Only qualified, trained or instructed persons must be allowed
to work on the machine:
• Visual checks, inspections,
• Operation (start-up, shut-down), visual check of running
machine,
• Cleaning shut-down and isolated machine,
• Troubleshooting on running machine and rectifying
mechanic / electrical faults after shut-down,
• Servicing and maintenance work,
• Taking out of operation,
• Switching on electrical devices, setting safety guards etc.,
• Replacing electrical devices and operating equipment.
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